Nina Smith

Nina Smith is a supporting character in Araña's world, serving as a friend and classmate to Anya Corazon, the young superhero Araña. She moves through the everyday social sphere of Anya's life, grounding the series in its relatable, youth-focused setting.

Nina Smith stepped onto the Marvel scene in 2005 with the launch of Araña #1, a fresh Modern Age title that brought new energy and a younger sensibility to the House of Ideas. Created by Mark Brooks, Nina moves through a world populated by the likes of Anya Corazon and a colorful supporting cast, making her a recurring presence across the Araña: The Heart of the Spider corner of the Marvel universe. Her 13 catalogued appearances — spread across the core series and the Spider-Man & Araña Special: The Hunter Revealed — mark her as a genuine piece of this mid-2000s chapter in Marvel history. If you're digging into the Araña run, Nina Smith is exactly the kind of character who rewards the attentive reader.